lux calculation
[lʌks ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən]
nounpl: lux calculations
cálculo de lux
1. The mathematical process of determining the illumination level in lux (lumens per square meter) for a given area or space
The engineer performed a lux calculation to ensure the office met lighting standards.
O engenheiro realizou um cálculo de lux para garantir que o escritório atendesse aos padrões de iluminação.
2. A technical assessment used in lighting design to measure and predict light intensity on surfaces
Proper lux calculation is essential for designing safe work environments.
O cálculo de lux adequado é essencial para projetar ambientes de trabalho seguros.
Lux calculation is primarily used in technical and professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in architecture, engineering, and workplace safety compliance. In Brazil, the term is often used alongside regulations from ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas), while in Portugal, 'iluminância' may be preferred in official standards. This is a specialized term with minimal variation across regions.
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